๐ถ The new project is within Apple's three-year cycle of moving from Qualcomm modems to its own communications chips. In addition to the MacBook, the 5G+WiFi modem could theoretically also be installed in one of the next Apple Vision Pro, as well as future smartglasses.
๐ฐ In a lengthy article on Bloomberg, Mark Gurman says that Apple's first 5G modem will be worse than current Qualcomm models as it won't have support for mmWave 5G (used in the US) and will only support four-carrier aggregation, a technology that combines bands from several wireless providers simultaneously to increase network capacity and speeds. Modems from Qualcomm can support six or more carriers at the same time.
However,
by using its own modem, Apple is able to create a smartphone thatโs about 2 millimeters thinner than an iPhone 16 Pro, while still having room for the battery, display and camera system. Over time, the shift could allow for other new designs. That includes foldable devices โ a concept Apple continues to explore.
๐ฑ The novelty is already planned for use in the iPhone SE4 and iPhone 17 Air, and later the modem could be used in base iPad models as well.
๐ By 2026, there should be more advanced versions of Apple's modems with mmWave 5G and support for 6x aggregation. By 2027, plans are in the works to roll out a modem that will include built-in satellite support and faster speeds than the competition.
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โฐ Apple's HomePod with display is delayed until the second half of 2025
๐ฑ According to Chinese analyst Ming-Chi Kuo's post on Meduim, Apple has run into problems more than once in designing a new Smart Home hub that will be similar to the HomePod with a display.
๐ The delay is due to software development issues as it's supposed to be some sort of homeOS system. Currently, plans to release such a device are pushed back to โpost-WWDC25โ, meaning the second half of 2025.
๐ The analyst claims that the company has really big plans to enter the Smart Home system, as a lot of patents are registered for solutions for personal authentication in space, which will help to realize applications for this device (probably, it's about the technology of identifying the user in front of the device and activation of personal mode). Related accessories are also being prepared: IP Camera, sensors and other devices in the future.
๐ Kuo specified that at first Apple plans to produce about 500,000 units of such a device.
๐Two component suppliers are already known:
ใปBYD Electronic (a subsidiary of electric car manufacturer BYD).
ใปMicroelectronics holding Tianma will supply panels for the device, the possibility of installing OLED-displays is not excluded, given the manufacturer's experience with Chinese smartphones.
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๐ The analyst claims that the company has really big plans to enter the Smart Home system, as a lot of patents are registered for solutions for personal authentication in space, which will help to realize applications for this device (probably, it's about the technology of identifying the user in front of the device and activation of personal mode). Related accessories are also being prepared: IP Camera, sensors and other devices in the future.
๐Two component suppliers are already known:
ใปBYD Electronic (a subsidiary of electric car manufacturer BYD).
ใปMicroelectronics holding Tianma will supply panels for the device, the possibility of installing OLED-displays is not excluded, given the manufacturer's experience with Chinese smartphones.
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๐ฅฒ Touch Bar like in MacBook Pro is coming back
๐ช Kickstarter has launched a fundraiser for Flexbar, a USB accessory for Mac, Windows, and mobile devices that is a standalone version of the Touch Bar like in MacBook Pro.
๐ฐ The startup has already raised more than $50,000. The Flexbar should have a retail price of $179, and deliveries are scheduled to begin in February 2025.
๐ The perfect accessory for those who've always wanted a MacBook with Touch Bar.
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๐ช Kickstarter has launched a fundraiser for Flexbar, a USB accessory for Mac, Windows, and mobile devices that is a standalone version of the Touch Bar like in MacBook Pro.
๐ฐ The startup has already raised more than $50,000. The Flexbar should have a retail price of $179, and deliveries are scheduled to begin in February 2025.
๐ The perfect accessory for those who've always wanted a MacBook with Touch Bar.
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๐ค Why Apple removed the MacBook's Touch Bar
๐ In 2016 Apple introduced new MacBook Pro models that featured the Touch Bar. Apple promised it would offer intuitive new ways to interact with content. But later the Touch Bar was removed.
There are a few reasons for this:
Officially, Apple gave a generic justification. Saying, โUsers value the full-height function row on the standalone Magic Keyboard. And weโve brought it to the MacBook Pro. The physical keys replace the Touch Bar. Bringing back the familiar, tactile feel of mechanical keys that pro users love.โ Which is essentially marketing speak for, โthe touch bar was a bad idea so weโre removing it.
But where exactly did it go wrong?
1๏ธโฃ The first problem was Apple never improved on its functionality. Some users appreciated the shortcuts it offered, like quick access to emoji while chatting, or tool adjustments in photo editing apps. But its functionality was never expanded. Leading to lukewarm reception of the feature among users.
2๏ธโฃ In fact, Apple was relying on third party developers to utilize the touch bar in their own apps. But that didnโt happen in most cases since the feature was limited to MacBook Pro models. So spending extra time developing a Touch-Bar-enabled Mac app that only benefited a fraction of users didnโt make sense.
3๏ธโฃ The Touch Bar also came with compromises. Like turning the row of physical function and escape keys into touch-sensitive buttons. Something that frustrated users who complained about mistypes and the constant need to look down at their keyboard, slowing down their workflow. Now the escape button was later turned back into a physical key with the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but the touch bar remained underwhelming to users who found it more of a nuisance than a convenience.
๐ค So from Appleโs perspective, continuing to include the Touch Bar would be a mistake. Since itโs not a feature userโs value, it adds significant cost, and it weighs more than a traditional row of keys.
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๐ In 2016 Apple introduced new MacBook Pro models that featured the Touch Bar. Apple promised it would offer intuitive new ways to interact with content. But later the Touch Bar was removed.
There are a few reasons for this:
Officially, Apple gave a generic justification. Saying, โUsers value the full-height function row on the standalone Magic Keyboard. And weโve brought it to the MacBook Pro. The physical keys replace the Touch Bar. Bringing back the familiar, tactile feel of mechanical keys that pro users love.โ Which is essentially marketing speak for, โthe touch bar was a bad idea so weโre removing it.
But where exactly did it go wrong?
1๏ธโฃ The first problem was Apple never improved on its functionality. Some users appreciated the shortcuts it offered, like quick access to emoji while chatting, or tool adjustments in photo editing apps. But its functionality was never expanded. Leading to lukewarm reception of the feature among users.
2๏ธโฃ In fact, Apple was relying on third party developers to utilize the touch bar in their own apps. But that didnโt happen in most cases since the feature was limited to MacBook Pro models. So spending extra time developing a Touch-Bar-enabled Mac app that only benefited a fraction of users didnโt make sense.
3๏ธโฃ The Touch Bar also came with compromises. Like turning the row of physical function and escape keys into touch-sensitive buttons. Something that frustrated users who complained about mistypes and the constant need to look down at their keyboard, slowing down their workflow. Now the escape button was later turned back into a physical key with the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but the touch bar remained underwhelming to users who found it more of a nuisance than a convenience.
๐ค So from Appleโs perspective, continuing to include the Touch Bar would be a mistake. Since itโs not a feature userโs value, it adds significant cost, and it weighs more than a traditional row of keys.
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๐ค Apple and Sony are working to add support for PlayStation VR2 controllers to Vision Pro
Vision Pro's hand-tracking interaction system will be augmented with physical controllers adapted for virtual reality.
๐ฐ Mark Gurman infroms that Apple spent a long time choosing options and finally came to Sony PlayStation for such functionality earlier this year. All this time, work has been underway to add support for the PS VR2's Sense controllers to visionOS. In addition to game support, the controllers will be able to be used to navigate the visionOS system by flipping through content with sticks and selecting objects with a trigger.
๐น This collaboration will take gameplay in Apple's spatial computer to a whole new level. Right now, PS5 and Xbox controllers already work with Vision Pro, but they aren't optimised for virtual reality and don't have the โsix degrees of freedomโ required for spatial interfaces.
๐ Apple is also expected to exclusively sell PlayStation Sense VR2 controllers in its shops separately, as Sony itself does not currently sell such controllers without a bundle with the PS VR2 helmet.
๐ฅฝ Apple and Sony could have announced the partnership a month ago, but apparently something went wrong. We can only expect to see an announcement of controller support in Apple Vision Pro in the future, if plans aren't cancelled.
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Vision Pro's hand-tracking interaction system will be augmented with physical controllers adapted for virtual reality.
๐ฐ Mark Gurman infroms that Apple spent a long time choosing options and finally came to Sony PlayStation for such functionality earlier this year. All this time, work has been underway to add support for the PS VR2's Sense controllers to visionOS. In addition to game support, the controllers will be able to be used to navigate the visionOS system by flipping through content with sticks and selecting objects with a trigger.
๐น This collaboration will take gameplay in Apple's spatial computer to a whole new level. Right now, PS5 and Xbox controllers already work with Vision Pro, but they aren't optimised for virtual reality and don't have the โsix degrees of freedomโ required for spatial interfaces.
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๐งโ๐ป Although the update was supposed to be released today for everyone, the company has only released a test patch.
๐ง The public release could take place on Thursday, as was the case with the first build. This would give Apple a few extra days to fix flaws and issues in the update.
๐ค If iOS 18.2 doesn't arrive on Thursday, we can assume it will be released next week, most likely on Monday or Tuesday, as the company aims to stick to its usual release schedule.
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๐ฐ The next Apple Watch Ultra will have support for sending messages via satellite communication
๐ Already working in iPhones now and saving lives for those without a connection.
โ๏ธ Bloomberg reports that for the foreseeable future, some Apple Watch may switch to cellular modems from MediaTek, instead of the modules from Intel currently in use. The new chips will integrate support for 5G Redcap, a low-level cellular standard designed specifically for wearable devices.
๐ฉธ In addition, the Apple Watch is expected to launch a high blood pressure monitoring feature โ the feature was previously planned to launch, but was postponed. The company is still working on non-invasive glucometer functionality, but this is not yet planned for the next few years.
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๐ Already working in iPhones now and saving lives for those without a connection.
๐ฉธ In addition, the Apple Watch is expected to launch a high blood pressure monitoring feature โ the feature was previously planned to launch, but was postponed. The company is still working on non-invasive glucometer functionality, but this is not yet planned for the next few years.
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๐ Apple Intelligence new features have been launched
๐ฑ Apple has officially released iOS 18.2 with new Apple Intelligence features. They include Genmoji, Image Playground, and ChatGPT.
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๐ฅ Apple Intelligence may have officially launched with iOS 18.1 earlier this year, but those were pretty small potatoes in comparison. This is where Apple Intelligence really comes into its own.
โ๏ธiPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max wonโt be getting every Apple Intelligence feature
Visual Intelligence is exclusive to iPhone 16 devices, for reasons Apple hasnโt explained. Itโs not clear if itโs due to hardware constraints, or if Apple simply wants to limit the feature to phones with a Camera Control button, which means iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
๐ So, what's exactly has been launched?
Visual Intelligence
It is a brand new camera mode accessible through the Camera Control button. The feature is Appleโs take on Google Lens, or a kind of AI vision if you prefer.
ChatGPT and Siri
ChatGPT in iOS 18.2 is an opt-in feature, which means you need to deliberately switch it on to take advantage of what it can do. But once it is switched on, itโll add conversational AI abilities to Siri, letting you converse with the assistant in a much more natural way than you otherwise would.
Image Playground and Genmoji
No need in words to explain. Generate your own pictures and emojis and share in the comments! (decent ones, of course)
Image Wand
This feature is in the notes app, and transforms your sketches into a more polished image. Or, if you prefer, it will fill in blank spaces in the notes app, using your notes as the context and prompt it needs to create something new.
Writing tools
Writing tools launched with iOS 18.1, but there have been some upgrades packed into iOS 18.2 as well. This includes a new tool called โDescribe Your Changeโ which lets you type in specific instructions for a text rewrite, rather than relying on Appleโs 3 pre-set options. That way the AI-assisted revisions should have a little more of a personal touch. (now you message can be read as you graduated at Oxford, thanks to AI)
๐ By the way, iOS 18.2 also brings multiple languages to Apple Intelligence, including non-U.S. English: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the U.K.
๐ฌ If you've already downloaded Apple Intelligence, share in the comments what new features you like best!
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๐ Imagine it. Genmoji it.
๐ฑ Apple has released a promo video โImagine it. Genmoji itโ with a demonstration of the ability to generate your own emoji by description using Apple Intelligence.
๐ฌ โOwnersโ of Apple Intelligence share in the comments your Genmoji!
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By simply typing a description into the emoji keyboard, a Genmoji will appear, including multiple options to choose from. With images from their photo library, users can take Genmoji even further by creating one that is inspired by a friend or family member. Personalized Genmoji can be customized with accessories, like a hat or sunglasses, and can reflect themes or activities to make them even more personal and unique. Just like emoji, Genmoji can be added inline to messages, or shared as a sticker or reaction in a Tapback.
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๐ฌ๐ง On 12 December, King Charles III visited Apple's UK office and Tim Cook welcomed His Highness to Apple's London office at Battersea Power Station, where he met with Apple employees, members of the local creative community and students who had learned useful skills such as coding from educational programmes supported by Apple and UK non-profit organisation The King's Trust.
๐ค During the visit, King Charles interacted with Apple employees and learned about the latest technology and software as well as Tim Cook presented King Charles III with a round aluminium plaque from Apple to commemorate his visit. Also at the evening event to celebrate the King's reception, the British band RAYE performed a festive set of songs.
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๐ฑ iPhone 17 Air model enters product introduction phase at Foxconn
๐ฐ According to DigiTimes' supply chain sources, the new iPhone 17 in a slimmer format and with a single camera, at Foxconn's factory has already entered the phase where the model moves from concept to production, starting with design verification and prototype testing, and then component supplier approval (NPI).
๐ The iPhone 17 Air is expected to replace the Plus model and will reportedly offer a significantly slimmer design that current iPhone models. The handset will be about two millimeters thinner than the current iPhone 16 Pro, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. As for size, it is expected to fall somewhere between the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. Separate rumors have claimed 6.55 inches, 6.6 inches, and 6.65 inches as the display size that Apple has settled on, which would make it smaller than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, but larger than the 17 Pro.
๐ The โiPhone 17โ Air will be one of three devices that are set to get a custom Apple modem chip in 2025, with also bringing the chip to the iPhone SE early in the year and a low-cost iPad.
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๐ฐ According to DigiTimes' supply chain sources, the new iPhone 17 in a slimmer format and with a single camera, at Foxconn's factory has already entered the phase where the model moves from concept to production, starting with design verification and prototype testing, and then component supplier approval (NPI).
๐ The iPhone 17 Air is expected to replace the Plus model and will reportedly offer a significantly slimmer design that current iPhone models. The handset will be about two millimeters thinner than the current iPhone 16 Pro, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. As for size, it is expected to fall somewhere between the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. Separate rumors have claimed 6.55 inches, 6.6 inches, and 6.65 inches as the display size that Apple has settled on, which would make it smaller than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, but larger than the 17 Pro.
๐ The โiPhone 17โ Air will be one of three devices that are set to get a custom Apple modem chip in 2025, with also bringing the chip to the iPhone SE early in the year and a low-cost iPad.
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